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My favorite beauty sale is here again! Twice a year, Sephora offers dicounts on all their products , which is the perfect time to stock up on some your favorites and try out some new ones. There are three tiers for the sale (VIB, Rouge and Insider) that determines the dicount you receive and when you’re able to shop the sale. If you’re not already signed up you can go here, so you can use the 10% off discount to start earning points from your purchases. The best part about signing up is that it is FREE for everyone. Make sure to look at the dates so you know when you can start shopping.

Fenty Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Primer | This primer is so smooth and moisturizing going on the skin. I really like that my foundation goes on with no issues after I have applied it. This primer does give the skin a more smooth blurred look, which I really like.

Fenty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Foundation (I wear shade 200) | I purchased this foundation last month and I love it! It is a soft matte which I really like because some matte foundations are a little too matte for me (even though I have oily skin). Though it is full coverage, I do not find that it is cakey at all. It gives a healty glow while still staying on throughout the day.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter | This can actually be used several different ways: primer, highlighter or complexion booster. So I don’t actually use this as a primer. On the days I feel my skin needs a little boost, I will mix it in with my foundation to give me a nice glow (a little bit goes a long way). It’s really pretty as a highlighter as well!

Hourglass Veil Translucent Setting Powder | I will admit this is a pricey setting powder but I gave in because so many other bloggers raved about it. It is so weightless, it honestly doesn’t look like you have any powder on at all. I find it gives my skin a really nice soft finish and doesn’t settle into any fine lines.

NARS Orgasm Blush | If y’all know anything about NARS, this is one of their best selling blushes. I purchased this blush for the first time years ago and I can say, it’s worth the hype. It’s such a pretty peachy pink shade that is extremly pigmented (do not go heavy with your brush). It does have some shimmer to it (nothing that is crazy) but if you like all matte blushes, do not get this one.

Tartelette Tease Palette | Tarte eyeshadow palettes are some of my favorite. Like most of tarte’s palette it is infused with amazonian clay that helps the shadows stay on longer and have better pigment. This palette is great for an everyday neutral look and perfect for travel. I use wink as my crease shade and heartbreaker in my inner v.

Urban Decay Half Baked Eyeshadow | I fell in love with this shade because of the orginal naked palette. It’s a golden bronze shade that is so pretty and the pigment payoff is amazing. I use this as my lid shade in addition to wink and heartbreaker from the tease palette for my go to eye look. This single shadow lasts me at least a good 3-4 months because of it being so pigmented.

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Sex Machine | This has been my go to shade for years now. The formula is so comfortable and long wearing. If you love wearing mauve lipsticks and this is right up your ally. I use this alone without adding any lipliner to it because it’s a lip pencil.

NARS Audacious Lipstick in Anna | Again, another one of my go to’s because it’s a smoky rose mauve shade. The formula is super soft and doesn’t feel like you have anything on them.

Fenty Gloss Bomb in Fu$$y | Fenty has one of the best lip gloss formulas I’ve tried. These are high shine, pigmented and don’t stick to your lips like most glosses. I wear this alone or on top of Sex Machine or Anna. It’s the perfect pink gloss.

Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops | I know y’all have seen a ton of bloggers rave about these drops. I have been using these drops for well over a year now and y’all they are that darn good. They come in light, medium and dark (I use the dark) to fit your skin tone needs. They do not make you look orange because they have color correcting technologies to give you a natural looking tan. These drops I use primarily on my face by adding a few drops to my moisturizer at night. When I wake up in the morning I have a natrual bronzed glow. You can also use them by adding it with your favorite lotion and apply it all over your body (I typically use their Express Ultra Dark Mousse for my body). I also love these drops because when I get a spray tan my face usually fades quickier then the rest of my body and these help keep that tan going.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer | Another splurge item that is well worth it. I have yet to find a moisturizer that is as good as this one (I’ve tried a ton). It contains hyaluronic acid, bionymph peptide and shea butter. Which helps the skin look plump, glowy and moisurized. I purchased the 1 oz jar back in June last year and it lasted me until November (a little goes a long ways). In addition to using this as a moisturizer, you can use it as a makeup primer. I found that it kept my makeup on really well when I used it as a primer.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Cream | I purchased this right before going to Germany last year and it made a world of difference with my dull jetlagged undereye area. I put it on before going to bed and woke up with my eyes looking so much more refreshed. It’s extremely moisturizing and helps a ton with puffiness, dark circles and wrinkles.

Amika Bust Your Brass Shampoo & Conditioner | Seeing my hair is really blonde, I do anything to be able to not have it brassy. I love how well this combination keeps my hair bright blonde. I use it once a week because if you use it more than that, it can dry out your hair (this was something I learned from my stylist). So if you’re looking for a great blonde shampoo, try this one out!

Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintainence Shampoo | I’ve been coloring my hair for 20 years now, so of course it does cause some damage. This shampoo helps to repair your hairs bond and reduced breakage. I use this a few times a month to help my hair stay healthy. It makes my hair feel super soft and smooth.

SuperGoop CC Cream Daily Correct Broad Spectrum SPF 33 Sunscreen | I purchased this last Summer after hearing great reviews of the brand. There are a lot of days when my rosacea causes my cheeks to be very red, so I wasn’t sure if I’d even like it. I was really surprised with how well it covered up my redness though it’s lightweight. I applied it with my fingers and then I took my beauty blender to ensure it was completely blended out. It’s extremely easy to apply and gives great coverage.

Moroccanoil Root Boost | My stylist used this on my hair (back before the virus went crazy) and I loved the volume it gave my hair. My hair is straight and flat, so I love a little extra volume.

Dr. Brandt Oxygen Facial Flash Recovery | I can’t remember who recommended this on Instagram but they said it is like a hydrafacial but at home. I’ve had two hydrafacials before and loved them. So I am curious to see how well this works.

Laneige Hypoallergenic Cica Sleeping Mask | I love their regular sleeping mask because it leaves my skin hydrated and soft. This one is supposed to help reduce redness, which I hope will help with my rosacea.

I hope you enjoyed this roundup of all my Sephora Sale picks! Will you be shopping it? What are some products you recommend?

Hey There! Check out my roundup of 7 Beauty Products I’m Currently Loving including some hair care and skincare products as well!

Hey Friends! It’s been awhile since I’ve shared some of my beauty favorites. So I’m excited to share my roundup of 7 beauty products I’ve been loving over the past few months.

7 Beauty Products I’m Currently Loving

Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic // Y’all know I love me some Pixi skincare products. When they sent out their 20 Year PR package, it included their Glow Tonic. It’s seriously a cult classic in the Pixi Beauty world, so I was super excited to give it a try. I’ve tried several other toners that have worked really well, but I found they dried out my skin more than I cared for. This toner is complete opposite because it’s so hydrating! It contains aloe vera, ginseng, and botanical extracts that help nourish and treat the skin. It’s super gentle even with it containing 5% Glycolic Acid. It’s suitable for all skin types and it doesn’t irritate my rosacea which is also great. So if you’re looking for a gentle and great toner that exfoliates your skin without drying it out, give it a try! I use it three times a week in the PM.

L’Oreal Lash Paradise Primer // I’ve been using the Lash Paradise Mascara for about 2 years now and love it! I had seen a few other bloggers talking about how great the primer was in addition to the mascara. Before that I honestly never thought about using a lash primer but I thought what the heck! I apply one coat to my lashes and put my mascara on before it completely dries (I’ve also applied it when it dried and had no issues). I can say that I have seen a huge difference in my lashes when using this along with the mascara. It helps separate, lengthen and thicken lashes like crazy!

Grande Lash Enhancing Serum (Travel Size) // About two years ago I decided to getting lash extensions to be able to wake up with long beautiful lashes. I’ve never had short lashes by any means but I loved how lash extensions looked. Well long story short…after deciding to stop getting them, I felt my lashes were not the same and so short. I’ve been using this for the last month (off and on) and noticed that my lashes are getting longer and much thicker. It’s a little pricey being $34 but it’s well worth it!

Tarte Base Tape Primer // I love their Face Tape foundation, so I was really excited to try this primer. It contains coconut, jojoba and grapeseed. It’s a little more liquid like than what I’m used to with my Smash Box Primer. Though it’s more liquid like, it absorbs really quickly. I found that my makeup stayed on really well with the primer (states to extend the wear of foundation for at least 12 hours). I love that it gave my skin a really healthy glow and feels so smooth on my face. My makeup also looked so pretty! Seeing that I typically am oily in my t-zone, some oil did peak through but nothing bad. It works on all skin types but I think this would be really great for those with dry skin.

Pixi MatteLast Liquid Lip in Berry Beauty // I love a good liquid lipstick but sometimes I find the matte ones are way to drying. I was shocked that this one was actually not drying but more hydrating. It dries really quickly once applied! It’s super pigmented and for me it lasted for several hours (through drinking & eating). I love the shade!

Amika Bust Your Brass Shampoo & Conditioner // Seeing that my hair is very blonde, I hate having any brass like tones show through. I like keeping my color fresh and bright. My hair was starting to look a little brassy due to it being almost two months since I had my hair done. Seeing I had my eye on these for awhile, I deiced to finally purchase it. It has def helped make my hair brighter and less brass like. The formula is thick so you don’t have to use a lot of product because it lathers well. It smells really nice too!

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Skincare is something that I have always found to be so important, especially more so now with me getting older. I take all types of measures to make my skin look more youthful and glowing. I’m a skincare junkie, so I’ve tried out a lot of different brands/products. I’ve used some great products and some that have just been awful. So of course I am super picky with what I use.

If you follow certain bloggers like I do, I’m sure you’ve seen a ton of them raving about how great Tula products are. I was introduced to Tula back in 2016 when I attended a blogger brunch and received some sample size products of theirs. I loved both products but did not purchase more after that (because I had so many products on hand already). Fast forward to November 2019, I kept seeing some of my favorite bloggers talk about their cooling eye balms. I decided to purchase the Glow Getters gift set that included the eye balm. So if you’ve been wondering if Tula truly is worth it, I’m here to share my thoughts with you today.

About Tula

All Tula products contain probiotics which is beneficial in so many ways! I’m sure you’re thinking wait…probiotics…don’t we use that for our stomachs? Yup we do but Tula thought why not use it to help nourish and balance the skin. Probiotics helps promote hydration, reduces inflammation, targets signs of aging and gives you a healthy glow. Their products are free of harsh chemicals, parabans and full of natural ingredients that give you that healthy glow.

My Skin

I typically have always had oily skin but once I got rosecea my skin can be a little dry on my cheeks. Thankfully I have found an awesome product that has helped my skin be super hydrated (non Tula product). I haven’t found that my skin is super sensitive with my rosecea but some products I’ve tried out have made it flair up. I occasionally also get hormonal break outs when aunt flow comes to visit.

Cult Classic Purifying Face Cleanser // This cleanser is so gentle and moisturizing! Though its gentle don’t let it fool you with how well it works with taking dirt and makeup off. In the mornings, I apply a dime size amount to my face while in the shower and during the night I take about a quarter size amount in the palm of my hand (I wear full coverage makeup most days). It lathers really easy, which is a plus because you don’t need much product to clean your face. I love that it does not make my skin feel tight or dry. It has also helped reduce the redness from my rosacea significantly, which has been amazing especially on those days when it flairs up. My skin has never felt so soft after using a cleaner. It contains ingredients that help cleanse, exfoliate, hydrate, firm and reduce inflammation. Its good for all skin types, especially dry skin. If you’re looking for a super gentle cleanser that doesn’t strip your skin, this one is so awesome.

Face Filter Blurring & Moisturizing Primer // I really love how glowy my skin looks when using this primer. It does a great job of making fine lines less noticeable and my skin does look more smooth. When you first squeeze it out of the tube it is white then when you rub it on your face, you see the glow particles that gives a warm glow. I used this primer with the Charlotte Tilbury AirBrush Flawless foundation and loved how my skin looked. I will say that due to me having skin that is more on the oily side by the end of the day, the foundation had peeked through a little, so I would have to use a more matte foundation. It didn’t really bother me because the foundation was still in place for the most part, though I could see some imperfections showing. (Picture below using the primer and Foundation-with no filters).

Rose Glow & Get It Brightening & Cooling Eye Balm // Y’all I purchased this kit just to get this product. I had seen so many bloggers talking about this eye balm and how amazing it was. I know there are mornings that no matter how much sleep I get, my under eye area is still puffy. When I saw that it helped reduce puffiness and brightened the under eye area, I figured why not give it a try. It works wonders when it comes to de-puffying and brightening! I swipe a little bit of it under my eyes before I put on my makeup, blend out, let it dry and apply my makeup as usual. As soon as I apply it, I can instantly feel the cooling happening. It contains rosehip oil, rosewater, caffeine, aloe, apple, watermelon and blueberry. This product can also be used as a highlighter! Seriously get you one! (they also have that does not contain rosehip oil).

Star Bright Nourishing & Brightening Face Mask // I love me a good sheet mask! This one was super soothing and moisturizing. It was easy to apply and I kept it on for 10 minutes. Once I took it off my skin looked so refreshed and was super soft.

Have you tried Tula before? If so what are your favorite products?

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Happy 2020 Y’all!!! I haven’t written a post in a little over a month so this is my first post of the year. I’m excited to be back to blogging! I thought this is the perfect time to share intentions for 2020 and take a look back at 2019 as well. I always love the start to a new year because it means a fresh start. It’s also a great way to step back and reflect on the previous year. I will admit I’ve never really been one to set resolutions but more so I set intentions/ goals.

I feel that setting intentions will be a lot less stressful then trying to accomplish a resolution. I say this because my intentions are to accomplish these items but if I don’t that’s okay. It’s a lot less pressure which is so nice! Over the past few years, I have been trying to live a life that is a little less stressful. With that being said here is a look back at 2019 and what I hope to accomplish this year.

2019 Reflections

2019 was a really good year to say the least. I grew a lot and accomplished a lot of goals. 2019 left me very positive about what 2020 has to bring.

Career:

I’ve been with my company for almost seven years and got my second promotion in March. The promotion was such a blessing overall. Before the promotion, I was pretty much already doing the work without the pay. I was having to also work hand in hand with a coworker and was just too much. There were several times that I thought about leaving because of the strain it put on me physically and mentally. Thankfully my new boss saw how unhappy I was and made some changes. Ever since the changes were made, my work life has been so much more positive. I can say that my coworker and I actually get along way better now.

Personal:

My husband and I celebrated 1 year of marriage in October. He and I both focused more on how we can better communicate what we need from/out of one another. We have always communicated well with each other but it was on such a different level and it was amazing. We also learned to really appreciate the small things that we do for one another. I love how our relationship with one another is stronger then it’s ever been.

We traveled to Germany and Prague. I had been to Germany before back in 2006, so I was so excited to go back and see my family. We spent a few days with them and then headed off to Munich with some of our friends. While in Munich we attended Oktoberfest, which was such an awesome experience. I’m not a big beer drinker but was still able to manage getting a few beers down. We also visited several castles and did a ton of site seeing. With visiting Prague, we didn’t really know what to expect. Once we got there, y’all…it’s beautiful! So many amazing things to see and do. I’m so happy we decided to go there because it was not a place that I ever considered going. Both locations had amazing food, drinks and scenery. if you haven’t visited, you should!

I feel that I grew so much in 2019 in all areas of my life. The growth at times was very challenging but it only made me stronger. I helped me learn more about myself and what I am capable of.

Blog:

I wish I could say that STH grew a lot but it didn’t. I had a lot of goals I wanted to accomplish but with a new promotion and life in general…things got hectic. I also found that I wasn’t as motivated to write blog posts. I think that was due to a lack of time, energy and feeling unmotivated altogether. Though, the blog didn’t grow as much as I wanted, I still had some great gains that I am very thankful for.

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Hi Friends!!! I still can’t believe that we are just a few weeks away from Christmas! Where has the time gone? I always feel like the holidays fly by way too fast. Have you started shopping yet? I have slowly gotten my shopping done but I plan on being done with all my gifts by next weekend. Today, I’m sharing some great stocking stuffers for her that are all under $50. I don’t know about y’all but stocking stuffers have always been some of my favorite gifts to receive. I’ve rounded up a lot products that I use non stop and some that I know would be great gifts.

L’ Oreal Lash Paradise Mascara $10.99// This is one of my favorite mascaras to use! It is a dupe for the Too Faced Better Than Sex but way more affordable. It gives lashes great length and does not look clumpy if you put a few extra coats on.

Laneige Lip Mask $20// Anytime my lips need a little extra TLC (shoot even when they don’t) this mask is what I reach for! I’m talking about a miracle overnight lip mask. I put a little bit of this on and I wake up with my lips feeling extremely hydrated and soft.

Jade Roller $10.98// I love my jade roller and use it every morning. I pop it in the fridge at night time and in the morning I roll it over my face. I love how it helps my under eye area! It’s a great way to de-puff skin, reduces inflammation, and helps drain lymph nodes (along with other great benefits).

Pixi DetoxifEYE Hydrogel Eye Masks $24// I’m a huge fan of eye masks and these are awesome! They have worked wonders for helping my under eye area look more awake and smoother. There are 30 pairs which is a steal for $24!

Slip Beauty 6 Pack Skinny Hair Ties $39// If you’re looking for some hair ties that are anti crease and don’t pull on the hair, look no further. They are on the more luxe side of hair ties but I love being able to put my hair up and take it take without having a crease in it.

Sephora Shea Butter Hydrating Lip Mask $3// Sephora masks are some of my favorite affordable masks to use. I use this whenever my lips are chapped/super dry. I leave it on for fifteen minutes and afterwards my lips are way less chapped and softer.

Portable Phone Charger $13.59// Having a portable phone charger seriously can be a life saver! I have a few of them and I love having it as a back up.

Mega Babe Thigh Rescue $14 // I’m sure you all are thinking ugh what…This may not be something you personally get for someone, unless they last for it but you may ask for it as a gift for yourself. have you ever walked for long periods of time and started to have chafe? It sucks majorly and it’s not exactly comfortable to say the least. This stuff right here is the answer to that problem! Just swipe a few layers between your thighs and off you go. I first used this when I went to DC over the summer and had no issues with chafing. My husband even used it recently and was like wow this stuff works.

Mega Babe Bust Dust $16// Living in the South when things get hot…that means boob sweat and everything in between. Not cute at all. Along with the thigh rescue this was recommended by the ladies from Influenced The Pod Cast. Megababe was nice enough to send over some for me to try and it works! I used it while visiting Disney last month and had no issues with boob sweat (the weather was in the high 70’s-80’s). I used a few pumps on the chest, rubbed it in and then went about my day. It’s seriously a must for those really hot days.

Urban Decay Anti Aging Primer Potion $24// After you’ve worked so hard on your eye makeup the last thing you want it to do is rub off within a few hours. This primer keeps your shadow in place for hours!

Hey Friends! Happy November! Can you believe that October has come and gone? I’m a little sad that it flew by so quickly because it’s one of my favorite months. I still think it’s crazy that the holiday season is literally around the corner! I’m ready but I’m not.

Also, can we talk about the time change? I feel that as I’ve gotten older my body is on a time clock, so when the time changes, I get seriously thrown off. I was wide awake on Saturday at 5:30 because my body was thinking it was really 6:30. Not a fan. Hopefully I can get back on track soon because that extra hour of sleep is actually making me more tired. Is anyone else feeling off track?

Now on to the good stuff! I’m sharing some beauty and fashion finds that I can’t get enough of! Here’s what I loved in October.

Beauty

+ Isle of Paradise Self Tanning Drops $29// I had seen so much hype about these tanning drops all over Instagram, so I figured why not give them a try. I finally saw what all the hype was about! They are super easy to apply and DO NOT leave you looking orange (because who wants to look like they rolled in a bunch of Doritos?). I take a little bit of my Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer (I do this in sections on my face,forehead & neck) then add 1-2 drops and start applying it to my face. I do this in sections because I want to ensure that it is completed rubbed in (remember to wash your hand afterwards). Once I have applied it all over my face I let it dry (which it takes like maybe a minute or so) then I apply my makeup as normal.

I love that they have three different shades of drops that you can choose from (I go with the violet for a dark tan) allowing you to customize the tan you want. Another great thing about these drops is that they have color-correcting technologies to help even out your skin tone, so that it looks as natural as possible (again you’re not going to look like a dorito). All drops contain avocado, chia seed and coconut oils. Lastly another reason why I love these drops is when I get a spray tan, my face typically fades faster, so these help give me some color again. Seriously get y’all some of these!

+ SuperGoop! CC Cream $36// I purchased this during the Sephora VIB sale back in May because once again, I had heard great things about it. I don’t wear CC creams, as I like full coverage foundations. However, I figured if I take a trip to the beach/pool this could possibly be perfect for a little bit of coverage and it has SPF 35 in it. I applied it with my fingers all over my face and then went back in and buffed it out a little more with my beauty blender. I was really surprised with how much coverage this offered without being full coverage.

I really liked that my skin still looked really smooth and natural while still having some coverage. It does contain apple extract which helps the skin appear smoother and brighter. Once I was done getting ready, I went to the pool and hung out with my girls and it stayed in place (this may vary for some people). I think this product is great for those of us who like to wear a little something at the beach/ pool. If you like lighter coverage this is also perfect as well. I will note that though it does contain SPF 30, they still suggest that you use a water resistant sunscreen as well.

STH October 2019 Monthly Favorites-Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue

+ Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue $60// I am a huge lover of the Magic Cream, so I knew this would not disappoint. The first time I used it was the night we had landed in Germany. I was a little jet lagged and my under eyes needed some serious TLC. I applied a little bit of this cream under my eyes, went to bed and woke up seeing a huge difference! It looked like I had been sleeping for hours upon hours. The bags and circles were significantly reduced and my eyes looked much brighter/smoother. So glad I decided to pack this in my bag for my trip! It is on the pricey side but when it comes to skin care, I don’t mind splurging on products that work.

+ Clinique Take The Day Off Makeup Remover $19.50// So this isn’t exactly a new favorite but I remembered how much I loved it this month and wanted to share again. I practiced a Halloween look that required a ton of makeup (including black eye shadow) which I knew might be a pain to take off in the end. I took a little bit of this on a cotton ball and the makeup was off in seconds. I’ve tried other eye makeup removers where I had to use so much product that it felt like I had ripped my eye lids off. This is so not the case with this remover! This stuff is super gentle which is awesome! It also is not greasy which I really appreciate.

+ Village Naturals Cold & Allergy Relief $19.52// Anytime I am sick or feeling under the weather, I pour a pack of these in my bath water. It may not make my sickness go away but it sure does make me feel better. Perfect for making you breathe better as well if you suffer from allergies like myself.

+ St. Tropez One Night Only $18// I love a good spray tan but sometimes I don’t have time to go get one or apply self tanner myself. This stuff is awesome if you need a little color for one night only (if you don’t want to spend money on a spray,etc). It’s extremely easy to use and doesn’t leave you looking orange. I apply it like lotion all over my body and smooth it into my skin. When applying it I don’t use a mitt because it’s just a lotion but of course if you apply it without one, wash your hands. Once it is smoothed in all over, I let it dry for about 5 minutes and go about my business. I really like that it stays on throughout the day and doesn’t rub off on my clothes (or at least it hasn’t yet) while giving me a healthy glow. It’s also super easy to come off because you just jump in the shower and it’s gone.

Life

+ I shared our photos before but we finally went to a Pumpkin Patch and my husband was a good sport about it. He even took photos of me and didn’t complain. Lol. Though I need to work on his photo taking skills. He’s getting better.

+ October is our wedding anniversary month as well. So of course it’s a favorite! We celebrated our 1 year anniversary on October 27th. Time seriously flew by and it feels like we just got married yesterday. It’s been a great year and I can’t wait to see what we have in store for us this year.

Fashion

+ These leopard booties I have been wearing them like it’s going out of style. They are extremely comfy and so cute! They still have several sizes in stock!

STH Leopard Booties & Sweater

+This sweater is so darn cozy! I love that it’s over sized making it easy to pair with jeans and leggings. I ordered my usual size (Medium) and could have done a small as well but I like my sweaters a little on the bigger size.

Hi Friends! It’s been quiet over here for a little because life has been super busy lately. I haven’t done a life update in quite some time, so I figured we were a little overdue with catching up! Let’s get cozy and caught up!

Life

-My husband and I took a trip to Germany and Prague for two weeks. It was a much needed vacation, as he and I had been swamped with work being busy over the last few months. I was extremely excited about visiting Germany again because I had not been in over 16 years. I loved being able to spend time with my family for a few days and attend my very first Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest was definitely something to say I can check off my bucket list! We had a good time but it also reminded me that I much rather enjoy a nice evening relaxing at home. Lol. We also visited some castles while in Germany that were absolutely beautiful. Of course, the food and beer were amazing, to say the least which is always a huge plus!

We spent four days in Prague and y’all…it’s so beautiful there! The architecture truly is breathtaking. My husband and I plan on taking another trip there in the future to see more sites we weren’t able to visit in the short time frame. We absolutely loved the food and the atmosphere altogether while visiting. I promise I will share more photos from our trip soon!

-Once getting back from vacation, I fought a horrible cough for almost two weeks. I thought oh it’s nothing and that it would go away by itself. Well I finally took myself to the doctor and come to find out I have bronchitis. Thankfully the shots and meds worked though I still have a cough.

-I purchased a lot of Halloween makeup over the weekend to get a few looks completed. I have never really done any Halloween looks on the blog/social media but I figured why not give it a try! That’s the only way to learn and get better. I have a few ideas of what I want to do, so stay tuned.

-While almost every woman has been seen with a PSL in her hand since Fall hit, I have been loving Starbucks Caramel Apple Spice. I’ve enjoyed them for quite some time but have been drinking them a little more lately. If you enjoy a good apple cider minus with a little bit of whipped cream (you can def get it without) and caramel, then you need to try this! It contains no caffeine in it.

My husband and I celebrated our 1 Year Wedding Anniversary over the weekend (our anniversary was yesterday). We went to a local pumpkin patch, which a lot of fun. We both have never been (or at least that we know of), so we thought why not? I took it as a chance to get some pictures in and bless my husband for doing his best to take photos. We also went out to eat dinner and then relaxed. It was a great anniversary weekend and I’m so thankful we got to relax.

Blog

-I have shot a ton of photos for upcoming blog posts. I plan on doing a lot of writing this week in hopes to get some new content out ASAP. If there is anything that you all would like to see, let me know and I will do my best to make it happen.

-I am looking to possibly do some fashion posts soon. I have purchased a ton of new Fall clothes and I figured why not do a few posts. Nothing fancy like a fashion blogger because I am not one but it might still be fun! Completely out of my comfort zone to say the least! We will see how that works out.

I enjoyed catching up with y’all today! I’d love to know what has been going on in your life.

There is no denying that I am addicted to buying eye shadow palettes. Today I am excited to be sharing my review of the Tarte Unleased Palette. This palette has quickly become a staple in my makeup routine. I’ve shared it a ton on my Instagram because it’s just that good of a palette (I’m sure my followers are tired of seeing it. Lol). It’s such a fun palette that isn’t typically what I reach for but I thought what the heck, just buy it. So here I am sharing all about it.

The Tarte Unleashed Palette has 14 shades with a mixture of mattes and shimmers. You can create so many looks with this palette rather it be an everyday look to something more bold. All of the shadows contain Amazonian clay, mineral pigments and vanilla. The palette also smells like chocolate (it’s not overpowering)! I also really love that it comes with a mirror, which makes it super easy to use anywhere you go.

The formula of the shadows are awesome! They are very pigmented and they blend out with no issues and I experienced very little fall out when I applied them. I really liked that the mattes were not chalky when I did the swatches, which is a plus in my book. Granted some matte shadows are chalky when you swatch them but perform great when applied. The matte shades were just as creamy as the shimmer shades.

Top to Bottom: Toucan Do It, No Fox Given, Iguana Love You, Irrelphant and Toad-Ally

Top To Bottom: You’re Lion, Monkey Business, Camelflauge, Hawkward and Party Animal

Again this palette is one of my new favorites that I have been constantly reaching for. I love the different shade range in the palette. My favorite shades are Toucan Do It, No Fox Given, You’re Lion and Party Animal. Tarte added another amazing palette into the mix that is well worth purchasing. I hope you enjoyed this review!

What are your favorite shades in the palette? Do you own any Tarte palettes?

Hi Friends! I can’t believe how fast August went by and how we are already in September! I know I sound like a broken record but I honestly don’t remember half of freaking August. It flew by without a trace. Now that August is officially over, I can start decorating my house with all things Fall! I absolutely love Fall and wish that it could be way longer than way it is but I’ll take what I can get. Despite how fast August went by, I found some awesome things to add to my favorites list.

Beauty

Tarte Unleashed Eyeshadow Palette $39// I have been a huge fan of Tarte’s palettes for quite some time and this one does not disappoint. I love that they include neutral and pop of color shades to create several different looks. The shades are very pigmented and blend out effortlessly. I will have a full review, swatches and looks coming soon!

Mega Babe Thigh Rescue $14// Thigh chaffing is the worst! The ladies over at Influenced The Podcast praised how amazing this was, so I had to give it a try. Living in the south and wearing shorts/skirts while its over 100 degree can cause a little of chaffing, which is a serious pain in the butt. This stuff seriously is the BOMB! I have used it and had no issues with chaffing. I put a little on inside my thighs and go on about my day. Seriously get you some of this!

Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter $44// I have become a fan of CT products over the last few months. I remember everyone raving about them and I told myself I really didn’t need anymore makeup. Well you see how well that talk worked out! I paired this on top of the CT Magic Foundation to give a little more coverage in certain places and to add a little more shine to my complexion. It’s lightweight and looks really great on the skin! I also used it with my Tarte Face Tape Foundation and it looked great as well. When I wear this, I get a ton of compliments on how great my makeup looks.

IGK 30,000 Feet Volume Powder Spray $32// When it comes to products that can add volume to my hair, I am down to try! I have used several other products from IGK and loved how my hair looked. I separate my hair into sections, spray a few pumps into my hair and then massage it into my hair. The formula of this powder is extremely light weight and not gritty. It adds a good amount of volume that is perfect for my fine hair.

Influenced The Podcast// Lindsay from @bourbonlipstick and Christine from @simplystineco are a lot of fun to listen to! They cover beauty, blogging, books and everything in between. They are funny as hell and talk no bullshit. Give them a listen!

Music

Lizzo “Truth Hurts”- So I’m married but this song is my jam. It’s catchy and I can’t help but sing along to it.

Taylor Swift “You Need To Calm Down”-So I’ve enjoyed some of her songs here and there. I’ve never been a crazy fan because I feel like all her songs used to be about the same thing over and over again. But I will say that this song has me singing for sure!

I hope you all enjoyed my August Favorites as much as I enjoy sharing them with you all!

Hi Friends!!! I can’t believe that we are half way through August! I’m not complaining though because I am ready for all things Fall! How about yourself? Are you looking forward to Fall or still wanting to hold on the Summer a little bit longer? I recently tried out some really great beauty products and I couldn’t wait to share with y’all. Hopefully you’ll try some of them out and love them as much as I have.

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream $64 (30 ml)// Now this is one pricey item for sure but I seriously can not get enough of it! My brother in laws gf has been obsessed with CT for quite some time and she raved about this cream (her skin looks amazing all the time). I have tried a ton of other really great moisturizers for half the price, so I went back and forth about purchasing it. I decided to make the purchase because they had a hydration kit for $99 that included the magic cream and night cream. I figured that was a pretty darn good deal for both.

Once I started using it my skin was so soft and moisturized. I had found that even though with other moisturizers that I loved, my skin was still a little dry around my cheeks because of my rosacea, This would be a perfect birthday gifts for wife, let me tell you why with this cream it has brought back so much of the moisture that my skin had lost. There are days were I wear it by itself or I wear it under my primer before applying my makeup. I find that I have no issues with it making me look oily, as it is very light weight and a little bit goes a long way. Needless to say I am happy that I decided to purchase it.

L’ANGE Violet Toning Shampoo $25// I have used their regular purple shampoo and conditioner and loved how well it kept my hair from turning brassy. This anti hair loss shampoo came out at the perfect time as my hair was in a little bit of a brassy funk (not sure why. I was using some other shampoo and conditioner). I knew I needed to order this product after seeing some great reviews from others who had used it, this a great birthday gifts for her if your are looking for a special some. With only one use my hair was so much brighter and a lot of my brass had been eliminated. It does say wear gloves when applying the product because this stuff is potent (in a good way). I however, do not wear gloves because I use it in the shower but it can slightly make your hand purple (it comes off easily). So if have blonde hair like myself get you some of this! It’s amazing!

Too Faced Peach Mist Mattifying Setting Spray $32// I received this in a kit for my birthday (which I shared about the primer here). I love a good setting spray and I’ve always loved Too Faced products. I used the spray when I celebrated my friends birthday and it worked very well! My makeup did not budge after dancing and gambling for over eight hours. Seriously my second choice when it comes to setting sprays (UD is always going to be my #1).

IGK Mixed Feelings Leave In Blonde Drops $29// I picked this up awhile ago on a trip to Sephora but it got lost in all the beauty products I have stashed. Seeing it had been over a month since I had my hair colored, I needed a little pick me up. I used these drops before blow drying my hair and it helped make my hair brighter.

Pixi Peel & Polish $24// Pixi skincare products have recently become some of my go to products. The polish and peel is extremely gentle and a great way to spoil yourself with an at home facial. I use it 2-3 times a week to help exfoliate and get rid of any dead skin. It makes my skin look softer, smoother and brighter. If you love facials, you need to try this out! The best part about this is it’s super affordable!

Drunk Elephant Jelly Cleanser $32// I got a travel size of this for my birthday at Sephora. I use a dime size and lather it up under water, as a little bit goes a long way. I love that it’s extremely gentle on my skin and washes away my makeup with no issues. I also feel that it does not strip my face which is a huge plus! It is a little more on the expensive side for what I typically pay for a face wash but seeing I am a huge skin care lover, I might just purchase this on my own.

Have you tried any of these products? What have you been loving lately?

Welcome to STH! I'm Mistle, a Texas based beauty and life style blogger. I'm a makeup enthusiast, who loves true crime tv and a good glass of moscato. I'm a wife and dog mom, who loves sharing my latest beauty finds and snippets of my life. Thanks for stopping by!

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